Joannie Sanchez

Joannie Sanchez has been a valued member of the Acadian Air Med team since 2023. She serves as a flight nurse in Lafayette, Louisiana. After earning her EMT certification in 2018, she worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Emergency Room tech while completing her Bachelor of Science in nursing at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Joannie gained experience in the emergency room, trauma care, and ICU before joining Air Med. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nursing, at the University of South Alabama.

Since joining Air Med, Joannie has shown exceptional dedication through mentoring new nurses and actively participating in the clinical development team and safety committee. Her colleagues admire her commitment, often going above and beyond to support her team, which led to her recognition as Acadian’s Medic of the Year and a Star of Life. Joannie’s goal is to continue her education and provide the best care for her patients.